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🎯 Vision Framework​

What We Want to Achieve (non-negotiable):

  • Legitimate nonprofit entity capable of owning land and receiving funds
  • Legal recognition for environmental/charitable work
  • Tax-exempt status to maximize impact of donations and grants
  • Liability protection for founders
  • Transparent governance structure
  • Ability to operate legally and professionally

How We'll Get There (flexible, adaptive):

  • Multiple legal structure options across Europe (e.V., gGmbH, Associação, other)
  • Location-dependent registration (Germany, Portugal, Spain, France, or opportunity-driven)
  • Timeline varies by chosen structure (4 weeks to 6 months)
  • Team structure adapts to legal requirements and resources available

Core Constraints (non-negotiable):

  • Must be tax-exempt for environmental/ecological purposes
  • Founders must maintain control and decision-making authority
  • Must support land ownership or long-term lease arrangements
  • Must enable receiving donations, grants, and generating earned revenue
  • Must provide legal liability protection
  • Must comply with all applicable laws and regulations

Current Status: Exploring options - Final structure TBD based on location decision (expected Month 6) and funding pathway

Vision: Legitimate nonprofit entity to own land, receive funds, operate legally across Europe

Core Requirements (non-negotiable):

  • Tax-exempt status for environmental/ecological restoration work
  • Ability to own land and assets (or secure long-term lease)
  • Ability to receive donations and grants
  • Legal protection and liability limitation for founders
  • Founders maintain control over strategic decisions
  • Compliance with host country nonprofit regulations
  • Transparent governance and financial reporting

Option A: e.V. (German Registered Association)​

Full Name: eingetragener Verein (Registered Association)

Summary: Low-cost, fast German nonprofit structure ideal for member-based organizations

Cost: €500-€1,000 total | Timeline: 4-8 weeks | Location: Germany

Requirements:

  • Minimum 7 members required for registration
  • Democratic governance (member assembly elects board)
  • €0 capital requirement (no share capital needed)
  • Notarization and registration with local court

Structure:

  • 1-2 core founders
  • 5-7 additional members to meet legal minimum (can be supporters, advisors, volunteers)
  • Member assembly (general meeting)
  • Board of directors (Vorstand): 3 members minimum
  • Managing director(s) elected by board

Pros:

  • Very low cost (€500-€1,000 total setup)
  • Fast registration (4-8 weeks typically)
  • Simple governance structure
  • Well-understood in Germany
  • Established legal framework
  • Tax-exempt status straightforward
  • Ideal for volunteer and community-driven model

Cons:

  • Requires minimum 7 members (must recruit 5-7 beyond core founders)
  • Democratic governance required (members have voting rights)
  • Limited commercial activity allowed (must be ancillary to charitable purpose)
  • Less attractive to institutional investors
  • May appear less professional to large grant funders
  • Member assembly approval needed for major decisions

Best if:

  • Operating primarily in Germany
  • Grant and donation-focused revenue model
  • Community and volunteer engagement central
  • Want to start fast with minimal capital
  • Comfortable with democratic governance
  • Not planning significant commercial activities

Status: Strong candidate if Germany is chosen as location - Low cost and fast timeline align with bootstrap approach

Option B: gGmbH (German Nonprofit Limited Liability Company)​

Full Name: gemeinnützige Gesellschaft mit beschränkter Haftung (Non-profit Limited Liability Company)

Summary: Professional German nonprofit structure with commercial flexibility

Cost: €40,000+ (€25k share capital + €15k legal/setup) | Timeline: 3-6 months | Location: Germany

Requirements:

  • Minimum €25,000 share capital (held as company asset, not spent)
  • No minimum number of shareholders
  • Notarization of articles of association
  • Registration with commercial register (Handelsregister)
  • Tax office approval for nonprofit status

Structure:

  • 1-2 founding shareholders (provide capital)
  • Shareholders' meeting
  • Optional supervisory board (Aufsichtsrat)
  • 1+ managing directors (Geschäftsführer)

Pros:

  • Professional image and credibility
  • Commercial activities fully permitted (within charitable purpose)
  • Attractive to institutional funders and investors
  • No member democracy requirement (shareholder control)
  • Suitable for scaling and international expansion
  • Equity-like structure (can bring in shareholders for capital)
  • Strong legal framework and liability protection

Cons:

  • Very high capital requirement (€40,000 total)
  • Slow registration process (3-6 months)
  • Complex setup (requires legal counsel €5-10k)
  • Annual audit requirements
  • More administrative overhead
  • Capital tied up (can't be used for operations initially)

Best if:

  • €40,000+ budget available
  • Seeking institutional investors or large grants
  • Planning significant commercial revenue (eco-tourism, energy sales)
  • Want professional corporate structure
  • Can wait 3-6 months for registration
  • Scaling and expansion planned

Status: Deferred to Year 3-5 - €40k capital requirement too high for bootstrap Phase 1 (€15-30k total budget). Consider when revenue reaches €50k+/year and expansion justified.

Option C: Portuguese Associação or IPSS​

Full Name: Associação (Association) or IPSS (Instituição Particular de Solidariedade Social - Private Institution of Social Solidarity)

Summary: Low-cost Portuguese nonprofit structure similar to e.V.

Cost: €500-€2,000 total | Timeline: 2-4 months | Location: Portugal

Requirements:

  • Minimum 3-5 founding members (lower than German e.V.)
  • Articles of association (Estatutos)
  • Registration with local registry
  • Tax office approval for nonprofit status
  • IPSS requires additional social benefit criteria

Structure:

  • General assembly (all members)
  • Board of directors (3-5 members)
  • Fiscal council (oversight body, 3 members)

Pros:

  • Very low cost (€500-€2,000 total)
  • Lower member requirement than e.V. (3-5 vs 7)
  • Moderate timeline (2-4 months)
  • Tax benefits in Portugal
  • Local credibility for Portuguese operations
  • Access to Portuguese and EU grants
  • Lower cost of living = lower operational overhead

Cons:

  • Portuguese bureaucracy can be slow and complex
  • Language barrier (Portuguese required for most processes)
  • Less familiar legal system for non-Portuguese founders
  • May need local lawyer/accountant (€1-2k)
  • Potentially longer timeline than stated (Portuguese processes)
  • Democratic governance requirement similar to e.V.

Best if:

  • Operating primarily in Portugal
  • Strong grant or partnership opportunity in Portugal
  • Lower land costs and living costs prioritized
  • Can navigate Portuguese bureaucracy or have local support
  • Mediterranean ecosystem focus

Status: Strong candidate if Portugal chosen as location - Low cost, access to Portuguese grants, lower overall operating costs

Option D: Other EU Nonprofit Structures​

Spain: Asociación

  • Similar to Portuguese Associação
  • €500-€1,500 setup cost
  • 3+ members required
  • 2-4 months registration
  • Strong option if operating in Spain

France: Association loi 1901

  • Very simple formation (declaration only)
  • 2+ members required
  • €0-€500 cost
  • 2-8 weeks for basic registration
  • Additional steps for tax exemption and receiving donations
  • Strong option if operating in France

Italy: Associazione

  • Similar to Spanish/Portuguese model
  • €500-€2,000 setup
  • 3+ members
  • 2-4 months timeline
  • Strong option if operating in Italy

Other Options:

  • Any other EU country where opportunity emerges
  • Structure equivalent to above associations
  • Research specific requirements when location decided

Best if: Specific grant, partnership, or land opportunity in that country that justifies locating there

Option E: Informal Partnership (Year 1 Only)​

Summary: Operate without formal legal entity during exploration/testing phase

Cost: €0 | Timeline: Immediate | Location: Any

Structure:

  • Informal partnership between 1-2 founders
  • Personal ownership of assets
  • Personal liability for activities

Pros:

  • Zero cost, immediate start
  • Maximum flexibility
  • No bureaucracy
  • Can test model before committing
  • Easy to pivot or change approach

Cons:

  • No tax-exempt status (no tax deductions for donors)
  • No liability protection (personal risk)
  • Cannot receive most grants (require legal entity)
  • Cannot own land as organization (personal ownership only)
  • Less credibility with partners and funders
  • Personal tax on any revenue

Best if:

  • Testing concept before formal commitment
  • Very limited budget (under €8,000)
  • Want maximum flexibility Year 1
  • Plan to formalize in Year 2 once model proven

Status: Viable fallback if formal structure delayed or if testing approach in Year 1 before full commitment

📊 Decision Criteria: Choosing Legal Structure​

How to choose between options (priority order):

1. Location Decision (Primary Driver)​

  • If Germany chosen → Option A (e.V.) or Option B (gGmbH based on budget)
  • If Portugal chosen → Option C (Associação/IPSS)
  • If Spain/France/Italy chosen → Option D (local equivalent)
  • If location unclear Month 6 → Default Germany (e.V.)

2. Budget Available​

  • €500-€2,000 budget → e.V., Associação, or local association (Options A, C, D)
  • €40,000+ budget → gGmbH viable (Option B)
  • Under €500 → Informal Year 1 (Option E), formalize Year 2

3. Timeline Urgency​

  • Need entity in 4-8 weeks → e.V. (Option A) fastest in Germany
  • Need entity in 2-4 months → Associação (Option C) or local association (Option D)
  • Can wait 3-6 months → gGmbH (Option B) if budget permits
  • Need to start immediately → Informal (Option E)

4. Revenue Model​

  • Grant and donation-focused → e.V., Associação work well (Options A, C, D)
  • Significant commercial revenue planned → gGmbH better (Option B)
  • Testing/minimal revenue Year 1 → Any structure or Informal (Option E)

5. Governance Preference​

  • Democratic/community model → e.V., Associação (Options A, C, D)
  • Founder control priority → gGmbH (Option B) or Informal (Option E)

6. Scaling Plans​

  • Prove concept at 1ha first → Simple structure (e.V., Associação)
  • Plan rapid international scaling → gGmbH (Option B) more suitable
  • Uncertain about scaling → Start simple, can restructure later

🎯 Current Status: What's Decided vs TBD​

Decided (confirmed):

  • ✅ Vision: Nonprofit entity for ecosystem restoration
  • ✅ Core requirements: Tax-exempt, land ownership, liability protection, founder control
  • ✅ Team: 1-2 core founders
  • ✅ Approach: Bootstrap, low-cost structure Year 1-2

Actively Exploring (no commitment yet):

  • 🔄 Legal structure: e.V. vs Associação vs other (depends on location)
  • 🔄 Registration location: Germany vs Portugal vs other EU (decision by Month 6)
  • 🔄 Member recruitment: If e.V. chosen, need to recruit 5-7 additional members
  • 🔄 Timeline: 4-8 weeks (e.V.) vs 2-4 months (Associação) vs 3-6 months (gGmbH)

Deferred (will decide later):

  • ⏸️ gGmbH formation: Deferred to Year 3-5 when €40k+ budget available and scale justifies
  • ⏸️ Detailed governance policies: Defer until structure chosen
  • ⏸️ Specific registration steps: Defer until location finalized
  • ⏸️ Banking and accounting setup: Defer until 2-3 months before entity formation

Decision Timeline:

  • Month 3-4: Location showing most promise becomes leading candidate
  • Month 6: Final location decision (triggers legal structure choice)
  • Month 6-7: Begin registration process for chosen structure
  • Month 7-10: Complete registration (depending on structure: 4 weeks to 4 months)
  • Month 10-12: Entity operational, bank account, tax status confirmed

⚡ Trigger Events: Decide Immediately If These Occur​

Grant awarded in specific country (€20k+)

  • → Action: Commit to that country within 1 week
  • → Action: Begin legal registration for local nonprofit structure within 2 weeks
  • → Timeline: Fast-track registration process

Perfect land opportunity in specific location (free or very cheap)

  • → Action: Secure land immediately
  • → Action: Register entity in that country within 1 month
  • → Timeline: Prioritize speed over perfect structure

Strong partnership offer with established NGO

  • → Action: Evaluate collaboration vs independent entity
  • → May operate under their legal structure Year 1 (avoid registration)
  • → Decide within 2 weeks of offer

€40,000+ funding secured (crowdfunding success or major grant)

  • → Action: Reconsider gGmbH (Option B) - professional structure justified
  • → Timeline: Can afford 3-6 month process and capital requirement

Location unclear by Month 6 (no strong opportunity emerged)

  • → Action: Default to Germany (familiar, secure)
  • → Action: Register e.V. (Option A) - low cost, fast, proven
  • → Timeline: Complete by Month 8 (4-8 week process)

👥 Team Structure: Adaptive to Legal Form Chosen​

Core Team (regardless of structure):

  • 1-2 founding members (project initiators, primary decision-makers)

Additional Members (depends on structure chosen):

If e.V. (Option A) Chosen:​

  • Total members required: Minimum 7
  • Recruitment need: 5-7 additional members beyond core founders
  • Member roles: Supporters, advisors, volunteers who believe in mission
  • Governance: Democratic (members elect board, vote on major decisions)
  • Board: 3 members minimum (can include founders)

If gGmbH (Option B) Chosen:​

  • Total shareholders required: No minimum (1-2 founders sufficient)
  • Share capital: €25,000 total (€12,500 each if 2 founders, or recruit additional shareholders)
  • Additional shareholders: Optional to spread capital requirement (3-5 people × €5-8k each)
  • Governance: Shareholders' meeting controls (not democratic)
  • Directors: 1-3 managing directors

If Associação (Option C) Chosen:​

  • Total members required: Minimum 3-5 (varies)
  • Recruitment need: 1-3 additional members if 2 core founders
  • Member roles: Similar to e.V. - supporters and advisors
  • Governance: Democratic assembly
  • Board: 3-5 directors plus 3-member fiscal council

If Informal (Option E) Chosen:​

  • Total members: 1-2 founders only
  • No recruitment needed
  • No formal governance
  • Personal liability

Member Recruitment Strategy (if e.V. or Associação chosen):

  • Friends and family who support the mission (5-7 people)
  • Early supporters from crowdfunding campaign
  • Advisors with relevant expertise willing to be formal members
  • Local environmental community members
  • Requirements: Belief in mission, willing to attend annual assembly, minimal time commitment (2-4 hours/year)

🏛️ Organizational Chart: Flexible to Structure​

Phase 1 (Year 1-2): Minimum Viable Governance

If e.V. or Associação:​

Member Assembly (7+ members for e.V., 3-5 for Associação)
        |
Board of Directors (3 members)
        |
Managing Director (1 founder, part-time)
        |
Operations (1-2 founders, part-time 15-25 hr/week)

If gGmbH:​

Shareholders (1-5 people)
        |
Managing Director (1 founder)
        |
Operations (1-2 founders, part-time)

If Informal:​

Founders (1-2 people)
        |
Operations (part-time)

Phase 2 (Year 2-4): Growth Structure

Board/Shareholders (3-5 members)
        |
Advisory Board (optional, 5-7 experts)
        |
Managing Director (transitioning to full-time)
        |
    -----------------------------------------
    |                                       |
Project Manager                      Ecologist/Restoration Lead
(founder or hire)                    (founder or hire)
    |                                       |
Operations & Community              Restoration & Monitoring

Phase 3+ (Year 4-10): Scaled Organization

Board of Directors
        |
Advisory Board
        |
Executive Director (full-time)
        |
    ---------------------------------------
    |              |             |        |
Operations    Research      Finance  Communications
Director      Director      Director Director
    |              |          |         |
2-3 staff     2-3 staff   1-2 staff  1-2 staff

Adaptation Note: Exact structure depends on chosen legal form, revenue level, and scaling trajectory. Above is illustrative - actual organization adapts to opportunities and resources.

🔧 Registration Process: Location-Adaptive​

Core Steps (common across all countries):

  1. Choose name and check availability
  2. Draft articles of association (statutes)
  3. Recruit members (if required)
  4. Notarize or officially register
  5. Register with local court/registry
  6. Apply for tax-exempt status
  7. Set up bank account
  8. Begin operations

Timeline and Cost by Option:

  • e.V. (Germany): 4-8 weeks, €500-€1,000
  • gGmbH (Germany): 3-6 months, €40,000+
  • Associação (Portugal): 2-4 months, €500-€2,000
  • Other EU: 2-4 months, €500-€2,000 typically

Detailed Steps: Deferred until location and structure finalized

Who Needs to Do What:

  • Founders: Draft statutes, recruit members, sign documents
  • Notary: Authenticate documents (Germany, Portugal)
  • Lawyer: Optional but recommended (€500-€2k for simple, €5-10k for gGmbH)
  • Accountant: Tax registration and setup (€500-€1k)

Current Status: Research phase - Detailed process planning begins Month 6 when location/structure decided

🎭 Roles & Responsibilities: Core Functions​

Regardless of Legal Structure, these core functions must be covered:

Strategic Leadership​

  • Responsibility: Overall vision, strategy, major decisions
  • Who: Board of directors (e.V./Associação) or Shareholders/Managing Director (gGmbH)
  • Time: Quarterly meetings minimum (4-6 hours/quarter)

Managing Director / Executive Leadership​

  • Responsibility: Day-to-day operations, implementation, team coordination
  • Who: 1 founder (Year 1-2 part-time, Year 3+ full-time)
  • Time: 15-25 hr/week Year 1-2, scaling to 40+ hr/week by Year 4

Financial Management​

  • Responsibility: Budgeting, accounting, tax compliance, reporting
  • Who: Founder + accountant (outsourced)
  • Time: 3-5 hr/week founder time + accountant quarterly

Compliance & Legal​

  • Responsibility: Regulatory compliance, annual filings, policy adherence
  • Who: Managing director + lawyer (as needed)
  • Time: 2-3 hr/week + legal counsel annual review

Project Management​

  • Responsibility: Restoration activities, monitoring, operations
  • Who: 1-2 founders (Year 1-2)
  • Time: 10-20 hr/week

Adaptation Note: Specific governance roles (board composition, voting rights, etc.) depend on legal structure chosen. Above are core functions needed regardless.

→ Detailed team roles and hiring: Team Roles

📊 Decision-Making Authority​

Core Principle: Founders maintain control over strategic direction, with appropriate oversight and accountability

Major Decisions (Board/Shareholders Approval Required)​

Regardless of structure, these require formal approval:

  • Annual budget approval
  • Land acquisition or major asset purchases
  • Strategic plan changes
  • Director/key staff hiring
  • Debt or loans >€10,000
  • Major partnership agreements

Operational Decisions (Managing Director Authority)​

Day-to-day without board approval:

  • Spending within approved budget
  • Operational planning and implementation
  • Vendor selection (routine)
  • Communications and marketing
  • Volunteer and community engagement
  • Minor equipment purchases

Emergency Decisions​

  • Managing director acts immediately for urgent situations
  • Board informed within 48 hours
  • Ratification at next board meeting

Adaptation Notes:

  • e.V./Associação: Member assembly has ultimate authority, board manages, director executes
  • gGmbH: Shareholders control, director(s) manage
  • Informal: Founders decide everything

💰 Financial Structure: Location-Adaptive​

Banking (depends on country):

Germany:​

  • GLS Bank (ethical banking, nonprofit-friendly)
  • Triodos Bank (sustainable banking)
  • Deutsche Bank (traditional, widely accepted)
  • Requirements: Business account, dual signature for >€5,000

Portugal:​

  • Caixa Geral de Depósitos (state bank, nonprofit services)
  • Millennium BCP (commercial bank)
  • Novo Banco
  • Requirements: Business account for nonprofit

Other EU:​

  • Research local banks when location finalized
  • Ethical/sustainable banks preferred
  • Dual signature controls recommended

Accounting Software:

  • Xero (cloud-based, multi-currency, €10-30/month)
  • QuickBooks (alternative)
  • Local accounting software if required by country

Accountant/Tax Advisor:

  • Engage local accountant specializing in nonprofits
  • Cost: €1,000-€3,000/year depending on country and complexity
  • Quarterly reviews minimum
  • Annual tax filings and reporting

Audits:

  • Year 1-2: Internal review by board
  • Year 3+: External audit if revenue >€50k/year
  • Required by some structures (gGmbH mandatory, e.V. optional)

Current Status: Banking and accounting setup deferred until 2-3 months before entity registration

→ Financial details: Business Model and Financial Projections

📜 Key Policies: To Be Developed​

Timeline: Draft when legal structure chosen (Month 6-8), finalize by entity registration

Required Policies (Month 6-8):

  • Conflict of Interest Policy
  • Financial Management Policy
  • Fundraising Ethics Policy
  • Data Protection/Privacy Policy (GDPR compliance)
  • Document Retention Policy

Operational Policies (Month 8-12):

  • Volunteer Policy
  • Whistleblower Protection
  • Safety Protocols
  • Environmental Protocols
  • Community Engagement Guidelines

Adaptation Note: Specific policies required vary by legal structure and country. Above is baseline - actual policy manual customized to chosen structure.

→ Governance details: Governance Framework

🌍 Geographic Scope: Flexible Across Europe​

Registration Location: TBD based on final operating location (decided by Month 6)

Operating Location: Flexible across EU based on opportunities

Options:

  • Germany: Default if no compelling opportunity elsewhere (familiar, secure)
  • Portugal: Strong candidate if grants, land, or partnerships emerge
  • Spain, France, Italy: Open to opportunities
  • Other EU: Consider if exceptional opportunity arises

Cross-Border Operations:

  • EU freedom of establishment enables operating across borders
  • Legal entity in one country, operations in same or different country
  • Must comply with regulations where operating (permits, employment law, taxes)
  • Research host country requirements when location finalized

Current Status:

  • Exploring opportunities across multiple EU countries
  • Decision by Month 6 (or when major opportunity triggers earlier decision)
  • Default to Germany if no clear opportunity by Month 6

→ Site selection details: Site Selection

📈 Growth Considerations: Scalability Built In​

Legal Structure Supports (regardless of option chosen):

  • Land ownership or long-term lease
  • Receiving donations and grants
  • Generating earned revenue
  • Hiring employees and engaging volunteers
  • Operating across EU borders
  • Partnership and collaboration agreements

Future Options (Year 3+):

  • If e.V./Associação: Can restructure to gGmbH if scaling justifies (€40k+ budget available)
  • If gGmbH: Can expand through subsidiaries or branch offices
  • Multiple sites: Can operate multiple locations under single entity
  • International expansion: Can establish local entities or partnerships

Scaling Trigger: If annual revenue exceeds €100k and operations span multiple countries, reconsider structure for optimal efficiency

Adaptation Note: Start simple (e.V./Associação), restructure only if scale justifies complexity and cost of gGmbH

→ Expansion strategy: Expansion & Growth

⚖️ Compliance Requirements: Country-Specific​

Will vary based on chosen country and structure

Germany (e.V. or gGmbH):​

  • Annual financial statements
  • Annual tax returns
  • Non-profit status review (every 3 years)
  • Commercial register updates (gGmbH only)
  • GDPR compliance
  • Insurance (liability, professional)

Portugal (Associação):​

  • Annual financial statements
  • Tax returns
  • Social security filings (if employees)
  • GDPR compliance
  • Annual report to registry

Other EU:​

  • Research specific requirements when country chosen
  • Common: Annual filings, tax compliance, GDPR, insurance

Ongoing Obligations (all countries):

  • Maintain charitable purpose
  • No private benefit distribution
  • Transparent governance and financial reporting
  • Compliance with donor restrictions
  • Adherence to statutes and policies

Current Status: Detailed compliance requirements researched when structure/location finalized (Month 6)

→ Legal framework: Legal Framework

🎯 Success Metrics: Organizational Health​

Year 1 Targets:

  • ✅ Legal structure chosen based on location and funding pathway
  • ✅ Entity registered and operational (e.V., Associação, or informal)
  • ✅ Tax-exempt status confirmed (if formal entity)
  • ✅ Bank account operational
  • ✅ Basic policies in place (5-7 core policies)
  • ✅ Governance functioning (board meetings quarterly)
  • ✅ Financial tracking system operational
  • ✅ Compliance obligations met (annual filings on time)

Year 2-3 Targets:

  • ✅ Clean financial audit (if required)
  • ✅ Full policy manual (10-15 policies)
  • ✅ Effective decision-making processes
  • ✅ Strong donor and partner confidence
  • ✅ Transparent reporting (annual report published)

Year 4+ Targets:

  • ✅ Consider restructuring if scale justifies (e.V./Associação → gGmbH)
  • ✅ Multi-site operations if expansion successful
  • ✅ Strong organizational culture and systems
  • ✅ Scalable governance model

📋 Adaptation Notes​

This document describes multiple possible pathways for organizational structure.

The actual structure chosen will depend on:

  1. Location decision (Germany vs Portugal vs other EU) - expected Month 6
  2. Funding pathway (€500-€2k budget → e.V./Associação; €40k+ → gGmbH)
  3. Timeline urgency (Need fast? → e.V.; Can wait? → gGmbH or Associação)
  4. Opportunity triggers (Grant in Portugal → Associação; Free land Germany → e.V.)

Current approach: Explore all options in parallel through Month 6, commit to structure when location and funding pathway clarify.

Flexibility maintained: Can start simple (e.V./Associação) and restructure later if scaling justifies more complex structure (gGmbH).

Governance:

  • Governance Framework
  • Team Roles & Hiring

Implementation:

  • Adaptive Timeline
  • Site Selection

Financial:

  • Business Model
  • Funding Strategy

Strategy:

  • Executive Summary
  • Current Status Assessment
  • Risk Assessment

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